Severe gusts hitting velocities of up to 155km/h (96mph) have left nearly 90,000 households lacking electricity and led officials to cancel more than 100 aircraft departures, based on regional news sources.
The gales are influencing the entire South Island and southern sections of the North Island, according to the country's meteorological service.
Officials in New Zealand have released uncommon red wind warnings - the highest alert level - in core zones encompassing these major districts.
Residents have been advised to stay indoors, stay off roads, and get ready for further utility disruptions.
Extensive Impact and Emergency Response
The electricity loss seems to be impacting residences predominantly in the South Island, although officials state that power was being slowly brought back.
Local media have stated that in certain areas roofs have been ripped off houses, while trees and electricity poles have been brought down by the winds.
Within the capital, a man was lost his life after being impacted by a wooden fragment at a frequent walking route on Tuesday.
Additionally in the city, a individual was swept into oncoming traffic on a road by a intensive burst, in a moment that was recorded in a popular vehicle recording.
Flights entering and leaving the city have been halted due to the weather, and certain highways and community centers are shut down.
Simultaneously local leaders have declared a emergency situation, to support recovery activities.
Strike Action Amid Severe Weather
These intense gusts on today come as numerous of teachers, doctors and other public workers take part in what has been described as a "significant labor action", demanding better pay and working conditions.
But the severe conditions has pressured them to change some of their plans, with several external protests moved indoors or cancelled.
Like conditions are also sweeping the neighboring country, causing a high-temperature event to the country's outback.
Authorities have announced flame prohibitions for apprehension regarding forest fires.
